As the Central Ohio region continues to experience unprecedented levels of growth, it’s not surprising that developers are looking to premier communities like Upper Arlington for development opportunities. Since Upper Arlington is already built out with just five percent of…
The City of Upper Arlington is working with the Upper Arlington School District on appropriate adjustments to traffic patterns around Wickliffe Progressive Elementary School in response to the elementary school construction project. As you probably already know, construction on the…
In recent years, the Lane Avenue business district has seen unprecedented reinvestment. The results to date have enhanced the district’s vibrancy, providing new dining, retail and service options for residents. Concurrently, the City has implemented measures to address parking and…
Periodically, the City has openings on Boards and Commissions that serve the community. Public service is voluntary, affording participants the opportunity to help shape their community in areas that interest them. Upper Arlington City Council invites interested residents to donate…
Developers of the first mixed-use development and hotel on Lane Avenue—Crawford Hoying—are readying to begin construction of the Lane II. Construction for the entire project is scheduled to occur from June 2019–November 2021, with several phases of work anticipated. Project…
As various trends brought about by smartphone apps sweep across the nation, the impacts—both positive and negative—aren’t always apparent at the onset. In the case of private home and apartment short-term rentals—which are on the rise in the Central Ohio…
UA’s five CoGo bike sharing stations were installed late in 2018, providing an exciting new way for residents to enjoy the great outdoors and explore our community and beyond. Fast forward to the arrival of spring, and the CoGo Bike…
Spring is right around the corner, which means it is time for increasing our outdoor activities. Bicycle riding is a fun way to exercise and explore the beauty of our community. With more and more bike lanes being added to…
From the fall of 2017 into mid-2018, the City took a detailed look at the River Ridge/Kingsdale West neighborhood through a formal study process. The purpose was to identify ways to preserve and strengthen this area through thoughtful steps that…
In recent years, the community has witnessed some significant changes within the Lane Avenue business area. As one of the community’s most desirable commercial districts, and with easy access to OSU and Columbus, this trend is sure to continue. And…
The benefits of volunteering and community service are endless. You get to meet new people. You are part of a team that makes a difference in an area that is meaningful to you. It’s a great resume builder. And it…
With the Final Development Plan for the Arlington Gateway project approved by the Board of Zoning and Planning, the City has been working with the developer team to finalize a proposed Development Agreement between the two parties. City Council considered…
The Arlington Gateway project on Lane Avenue has been in the public eye since 2016, with two previous development plans approved by the Board of Zoning and Planning (BZAP). In 2018, the developer team expanded to include Continental Real Estate…